Municipalities of the Philippines

In the Philippines, a municipality is a local government unit (LGU), also known as a town. It is distinct from a city and is organized under the province it belongs to. Municipalities are further divided into barangays, the smallest political units.

How a Municipality is Formed:

  • A municipality is created by an act of Congress or through the Local Government Code.

  • It must meet certain criteria, such as population size, income, and land area, as mandated by law.

  • Once established, it has its own local government with elected officials (mayor, vice mayor, and municipal councilors).

Structure and Governance:

  • The executive branch is headed by a mayor.

  • The legislative branch is called the Sangguniang Bayan (municipal council).

  • There are appointed municipal officials such as treasurer, assessor, health officer, and others fulfilling various administrative roles.

Classification of Municipalities:

Municipalities in the Philippines are classified based on their average annual income over the last four fiscal years. The classes are:

  • 1st Class: Municipalities with the highest income bracket.

  • 2nd Class

  • 3rd Class

  • 4th Class

  • 5th Class

  • 6th Class: Municipalities with the lowest income bracket.

These classifications help determine the municipality’s budget, administrative responsibilities, and development priorities.

Responsibilities:

  • Municipalities enjoy a degree of local autonomy but remain under provincial supervision.

  • They are responsible for local services such as health, sanitation, infrastructure, and ordinances.

  • They have the power to create and collect local taxes and fees.

This structure is defined by the Local Government Code of 1991 and supported by the 1987 Philippine Constitution, ensuring local governments can manage affairs effectively within their jurisdiction.

Tubungan, Iloilo, Philippines

Tubungan, Iloilo, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Iloilo Philippines, within Region VI – Western Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Iloilo. Tubungan, Iloilo, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 8,518.00Population (2020 Census): 23,598Population (2015 Census): 22,449Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.05% Tubungan, Iloilo […]

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Santa Barbara, Iloilo, Philippines

Santa Barbara, Iloilo, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Iloilo Philippines, within Region VI – Western Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Iloilo. Santa Barbara, Iloilo, Philippines Municipality Class: 3rd ClassArea in Hectares: 13,196.00Population (2020 Census): 67,630Population (2015 Census): 60,215Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 2.47%

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Tigbauan, Iloilo, Philippines

Tigbauan, Iloilo, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Iloilo Philippines, within Region VI – Western Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Iloilo. Tigbauan, Iloilo, Philippines Municipality Class: 2nd ClassArea in Hectares: 11,810.00Population (2020 Census): 67,938Population (2015 Census): 62,715Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.69% Tigbauan, Iloilo

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Sara, Iloilo, Philippines

Sara, Iloilo, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Iloilo Philippines, within Region VI – Western Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Iloilo. Sara, Iloilo, Philippines Municipality Class: 2nd ClassArea in Hectares: 16,427.00Population (2020 Census): 54,637Population (2015 Census): 52,631Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 0.79% Sara, Iloilo

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San Miguel, Iloilo, Philippines

San Miguel, Iloilo, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Iloilo Philippines, within Region VI – Western Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Iloilo. San Miguel, Iloilo, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 3,199.00Population (2020 Census): 30,812Population (2015 Census): 27,686Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 2.27%

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San Rafael, Iloilo, Philippines

San Rafael, Iloilo, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Iloilo Philippines, within Region VI – Western Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Iloilo. San Rafael, Iloilo, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 8,924.00Population (2020 Census): 17,795Population (2015 Census): 16,532Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.56%

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San Dionisio, Iloilo, Philippines

San Dionisio, Iloilo, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Iloilo Philippines, within Region VI – Western Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Iloilo. San Dionisio, Iloilo, Philippines Municipality Class: 3rd ClassArea in Hectares: 11,489.00Population (2020 Census): 39,265Population (2015 Census): 36,252Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.69%

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San Joaquin, Iloilo, Philippines

San Joaquin, Iloilo, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Iloilo Philippines, within Region VI – Western Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Iloilo. San Joaquin, Iloilo, Philippines Municipality Class: 3rd ClassArea in Hectares: 23,387.00Population (2020 Census): 52,617Population (2015 Census): 51,293Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 0.53%

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San Enrique, Iloilo, Philippines

San Enrique, Iloilo, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Iloilo Philippines, within Region VI – Western Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Iloilo. San Enrique, Iloilo, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 6,708.00Population (2020 Census): 36,841Population (2015 Census): 33,911Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.76%

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Pavia, Iloilo, Philippines

Pavia, Iloilo, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Iloilo Philippines, within Region VI – Western Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Iloilo. Pavia, Iloilo, Philippines Municipality Class: 1st ClassArea in Hectares: 3,204.00Population (2020 Census): 70,352Population (2015 Census): 57,232Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 4.31% Pavia, Iloilo

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